What is EdSmart?

EdSmart is an Australian-based communication and workflow platform. It has cloud-based software to enable schools to handle communication with parents/carers electronically.

How is SMDS using EdSmart?

One-way messages: Schools can send broadcast messages to individuals, classes, or all parent/carers for general notices and reminders. Broadcast messages are one-way, meaning there is no response expected from recipients. Example broadcasts include notices of school closures in inclement weather or reminders for start of term dates. 

• Two-way messages: Schools can send forms (known as slips in EdSmart) to parent/carers which require a response. 

Major Excursion Consent and  Medical Forms - A New and Easier Way!

We know how frusting it can be to fill out the same forms for every excursion and we  have good news - that's changing!  

Thanks to Edsmart and updates to DECYP Excursion planning guidelines, we can now send you one form each term to cover all major excursions.

What's Changing?

• You’ll receive one EdSmart form for all major excursions and activities for the upcoming term.
• This form gives permission and includes medical details — no more repeating the same info!
• Before each excursion, you’ll still get a detailed notice with all the usual information about the date, departure and return times, activities etc.

Need Help?  

If you’re unsure about the new process, our Admin Team is here to help.

Coming Soon - Edsmart Absences.

Soon our Admin Team will have completed the Absences training in Edsmart - which will change the way we communicate absences and how you respond.

How will it work for absentee notifications and responses?

You will be sent an email or SMS notification with a link to a secure online version of an absentee response form.

These links can be accessed on your phone, tablet or computer at your convenience.

What about Privacy & Data Security? 

All of the data you submit in the forms is held in a secure database only accessible to authorised DECYP, school staff and EdSmart personnel.

EdSmart is accredited to Australian information security standards